Welcome back, or welcome for the first time, to Mindful Mornings. I'm Julia Cartwright, and I'm so glad you're here. You know, it's early January, that time when the world feels a little uncertain, doesn't it? New year, new expectations, maybe some lingering holiday chaos still swirling around. And here you are, choosing to start your day with intention instead of just tumbling into it. That takes real courage, so let's honor that right now by taking a moment just for you.

Find a comfortable seat, feet flat if you can, shoulders soft. Maybe you're in your kitchen with a warm mug nearby, or curled up on your couch. Wherever you are, this space is yours now. Let your hands rest gently on your lap or wherever feels natural. There's nowhere to be except right here.

Let's begin by noticing your breath without changing it. Just observe it, like you're watching clouds drift across a morning sky. Your breath is already doing exactly what it needs to do. In through your nose if that feels good, out through your mouth. Again. In, steady and natural, out, releasing whatever doesn't serve you today.

Now, here's what I want you to try. Imagine your mind is like a snow globe that's been shaken up. All those thoughts, worries, and to-do lists are swirling around in there. With each exhale, imagine those flakes gently settling to the bottom, creating clarity. Breathe in peace, breathe out chaos. In peace, out chaos. Your mind is naturally settling.

Continue with this rhythm for the next few breaths on your own. Feel your shoulders drop a little more with each exhale. Notice the space that opens up as your thoughts begin to arrange themselves like snow at the bottom of that globe. Underneath all that activity, there's always been clarity waiting for you.

As we close, know this: that peace you just touched, that clear space you created, it's yours to access all day. When things get hectic, return to your breath. Return to that image. Return to the knowledge that you can create calm anywhere, anytime.

Thank you so much for spending this time with me on Mindful Mornings. Starting your day with peace and clarity is a gift you're giving yourself, and I hope you carry that gentle strength with you. Please subscribe so we can do this together tomorrow and every morning after. You've got this.

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